Doll's Houses: From the V&A Museum of Childhood - Tapa dura

`The photography is amazing. The V&A's dolls' house collection is full of the most delicious examples, and is thus worthy of such a close view.' --Publishing News

This sumptuous book offers an overview of the history of dolls' houses and their furniture, based on the celebrated collections of the V&A Museum of Childhood. From early art cabinets and 'baby' houses that recorded the extravagant lifestyle of aristocratic owners and German houses intended as teaching aids for young girls, to the dolls' houses of today, Pasierbska tells the fascinating story of the dolls' house. Presented as a walk through the rooms of the houses and illustrated with close-up details that show the craftsmanship and care of their makers and owners, this is an essential book for any dolls' house enthusiast.